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The '''Ludi Castores''' is a celebration held annually within the Imperivm Romanvm where various games are played and celebrations are had in honour of the Castors ([[Castor]] and [[Pollux]]). Historically, this event was held in Ostia and likely included chariot races, gladiatorial battles and other sports in the circus. The Ludi Castores was a [[Ludi Circensis]]. | The '''Ludi Castores''' is a celebration held annually within the Imperivm Romanvm where various games are played and celebrations are had in honour of the Castors ([[Castor]] and [[Pollux]]). Historically, this event was held in Ostia and likely included chariot races, gladiatorial battles and other sports in the circus. The Ludi Castores was a [[Ludi Circensis]]. | ||
[[Category:Ludi]] | |||
[[Category:Cultus Deorum Romanorum]] | |||
[[Category:January Observances]] | |||
[[Category:Sacra Publica]] | |||
[[Category:Festivals in the Cultus Deorum Romanorum]] | |||
[[Category:Festivals of Castor]] | |||
[[Category:Festivals of Pollux]] | |||
[[Category:Festivals of the Castors]] | |||
Latest revision as of 12:35, 11 June 2022
| Ludi Castores | |
|---|---|
| Official name | Ludi Castores |
| Observed by | Pagans Practioners of the Cultus Deorum Romanorum historically only observed in Ostia |
| Celebrations | Feasts Games Gladiatorial battles Chariot races |
| Observances | Ludi |
| Date | a.d. VI Kal. Februarias |
| Frequency | Annual |
The Ludi Castores is a celebration held annually within the Imperivm Romanvm where various games are played and celebrations are had in honour of the Castors (Castor and Pollux). Historically, this event was held in Ostia and likely included chariot races, gladiatorial battles and other sports in the circus. The Ludi Castores was a Ludi Circensis.